IRS to Crack Down on Politicking by Charities

The Internal Revenue Service said it would be watching to make sure charities and religious organizations don't violate their tax-exempt status by engaging in political activities this campaign season.

The IRS said its Political Activities Compliance Initiative would once again be in effect this election season. The program seeks to educate Section 501(c)(3) organizations about federal laws that bar them from engaging in politics on behalf of a candidate.